1956 AC Ace vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 306 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
